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VIPASSANA PRODUCTS

Vipassana, which means to see things as they
really are, is one of India's most ancient techniques of meditation.
More information about Vipassana as taught by S.N. Goenka is available
at www.dhamma.org.

The tag Vipassana identifies products that are directly related to this
tradition and differentiates them from other Theravada resources
available on our site. While the main emphasis in Vipassana meditation
as taught by S.N. Goenka is on actual practice, this product may provide
inspiration and guidance to a Vipassana meditator.

We also carry titles from the Theravada tradition, as we feel that by exploring the wider world of the Theravada texts, which include the Buddha’s discourses, commentaries, and scholarly articles and treatises, meditators have an opportunity to deepen their understanding of the Dhamma and thereby enrich their meditation practice. This kind of intellectual exploration also helps a meditator to gain an understanding of the evolution and historical context of their meditation tradition. This understanding in turn deepens their practice and understanding of the Dhamma.x

Dr. Paul R. Fleischman talks specifically with Old Students highlighting the theme, “Don’t use your meditation practice to harm yourself, only use it to help yourself.” These two talks, recorded in San Francisco and Dhamma Kuñja, will inspire and help old-students who are working towards creating a daily practice in the throes of modern life.

Available above as streaming audio or click the buttons to download each talk to your computer or device.

Lots of inspiration from, and gratitude for, hearing these relevant talks.
Dr. Paul Fleischman speaks about applying the practice of Vipassana meditation and Dhamma in daily life in a most supportive way. Grateful, with lots of metta for all.

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Reviewed by: Ofrit Itkis from Israel.
on 6/21/2018

5/5

Insightful

Thank you for sharing. It has helped me grow at an experiential level. The words chosen in this talk are very relevant. Thank you.

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Reviewed by: Shannon Wetmore from Halifax .
on 3/19/2017

5/5

simple and inspirational

This talk by Dr. Paul is a must for every individual who has ever taken a course of Vipassana. We all falter on the path and get confused - I found Dr. Paul's simple approach and reassuring words to be very inspiring. Have listened to this talk numerous times and I recommend it to everyone.

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Reviewed by: Nishant from West New York.
on 11/11/2016

5/5

Supportive and encouraging

An assistant teacher just recommended this talk to me when I told her that I was trying to restart my practice after stopped when I had a baby 2 years ago. I feel so grateful and supported after listening to the San Francisco talk. The knowledge that so many other meditators deal with the same challenges to maintaini a practice is relieving, and Dr. Fleischman's advice to help with those challenges is very encouraging. It's okay that our minds wander! I could instantly relate to his question to the audience asking whether anyone had sat for an hour and realised at the end that they had forgotten to meditate for that whole hour, without observing any breath or feeling any sensations... two days ago I repeatedly tried to feel sensations from the top of my head and I kept forgetting what I was doing before I finished my scalp - I never made it to my forehead! I admit that I gave up after 15 very long minutes. I now I have added strength and volition to persist next time, smilingly. I've been reminded that we get benefit from each attempt, as long as our intention is there. Much thanks to Dr. Fleischman for helping me to set priorities and realistic expectations.